Past Events from July 30, 2022 – July 28, 2022 › Family Activities › – Grid Magazine

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Wildflower Weekend

Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

Experience a magnificent display of native spring blooms at the peak of their glory! Enjoy three days of live music, gardening activities, outdoor family programming, and more. Food selections and native plants available for purchase, while supplies last. View the schedule and learn more at mtcubacenter.org/wildflower. Included with garden admission and free for members, advanced tickets are not required. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday – Sunday 4/19, 4/20, 4/21 (Rain or Shine).

Included with garden admission and free for members, advanced tickets are not required.

Awbury Arboretum Earth Day Celebration & Picnic

Awbury Arboretum 1 Awbury Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

We’re celebrating Earth Day! Join us on April 20th from 9AM to 4PM for a day of games, food + drinks, live music, and more! Come out for a relaxing morning Bird walk or yoga session at the Cope House, then head over to AdventureWoods for an environmentally exciting scavenger hunt! Afterwards, journey across Chew Ave. to the Farm for more excitement! We’ll have double-dutching, games led by Prescribe Outside, flower arranging with florist and artist Isaiah Reese, drumming with S(tree)twork’s Drum Corp at the Lightning House, and live music from Koof Ibi & Mel Harris! Not to mention other

Free

Spring Fest

Join us in the Garden for our free annual celebration of spring! This year’s schedule includes attractions from previous years: Our plant nursery’s seasonal kick-off and sale Garden tours Vendor marketplace and community resource tables Children’s activities   Plus special presentations and activities from our community partners 10am: Medicinal Highlights of the Botanical Garden In Spring, led by Kelly McCarthy of Attic Apothecary 11am: Vivien Sansour of Palestine Heirloom Seed Library, interviewed by Maria José Garcia of Sankofa Community Farm 12-2pm: Seed Exchange hosted by Nate Kleinman of Experimental Farm Network 12-1pm: Musical performances by Orchestra 2001 1-3pm: What’s The Deal

Peter Wentz Farmstead’s Sheep Shearing Day

Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

Saturday, April 20th from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Sheep Shearing Day Experience springtime on a colonial farm! Watch our farmers shear our sheep to get them ready for the warm weather. Then, follow the “wool to wardrobe” process as our living historians demonstrate spinning, weaving, and other textile crafts. Hear about all the various activities that went into running an 18th century farm as you tour the historic house. Check out the sights and smells of an open-hearth cooking demonstration in the Summer Kitchen. Stop by our demonstrators’ stalls to learn about important crafts like woodworking, basket-weaving, candle-dipping, and

Free

2024 Temple University Bike Tour

Temple University Ambler Campus, Meetinghouse Road, Ambler, PA, USA 580 Meetinghouse Road, Ambler, PA, United States

Date: Sunday, April 28 Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location: Start: Temple University Main Campus (Diamond Lot), 1801 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19122 End: Temple University Ambler (Ambler Arboretum of Temple University), 580 Meetinghouse Road, Ambler PA 19002 Register online at https://ambler.temple.edu/biketour $25.00 For General Rider. $15.00 for Temple Students. It’s time to get pedaling for a great cause! Join us for the 2024 Temple University Bike Tour on Sunday, April 28. Cyclists will travel a beautiful 22-mile route from Main Campus to Temple Ambler, touring the Greenway through Fairmount, Wissahickon and Fort Washington State Parks and arriving

$15.00 – $25.00

Little Explorers: Nests & Eggs!

Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

Find out where birds come from and where they live. Build your own nest to take home!   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

Bike Party on MLK Drive for National Ride a Bike Day

Contact: Sonja Bontrager, sonja@bicyclecoalition.org 215-882-2962Nicole Brunet, nicole@bicyclecoalition,org, 310-938-8059phillybikeclub.org bicyclecoaltion.org Bike Party on MLK Drive for National Ride a Bike Day Sunday, May 5th from 10am-12pm along MLK Drive and Kelly Drive PHILADELPHIA- The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia and The Bicycle Club of Philadelphia, in cooperation with The Fairmount Park Conservancy and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation, will be hosting National Ride A Bike Day 5/5 10am-2pm. MLK Drive is a focus of this year's celebration. The City of Philadelphia closes MLK Drive to motor vehicle traffic between the Falls Bridge and Sweetbriar Drive on weekends, every year, to increase recreational access for the public. Closures

Free

Saturday Free Boating

Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. The program may be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions.

Free
Event Series Twilight on the Terrace

Twilight on the Terrace

Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music on the terrace and evening access to the gardens. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. Lineup, details, and more at mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Included with garden admission and free for members. Advanced registration is not required. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, May 17, 2024 (Rain Date: Following Friday). Music by Jason Ager & the Golden Eagles

INCLUDED WITH GARDEN ADMISSION

Saturday Free Boating

Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. The program may be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions.

Free

Saturday Free Boating

Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. The program may be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions.

Free

Little Explorers: Flowers!

Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

Walk in the garden and make some colorful flower artwork to take home.   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

Saturday Free Boating

Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. The program may be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions.

Free

Birds, Bugs, and Goats

Awbury Agricultural Village 901 Washington Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Let’s Go Outdoors as we spend some time at the Awbury Farm, meeting the Philly Goat Project goats. In addition, we’ll look around for some fun critters and try out some beginner binoculars for birding. Loaner bug boxes & binoculars will be available.

Free

Art for the Cash Poor

1400 - 1500 N American Street 1400 -1500 North American Street, Philadelphia, United States

Join us at Art for the Cash Poor 2024! Saturday, June 8th • 12-6pm 1400 + 1500 block of N American Street, Philadelphia PA We’ll be joined by over 100 local artists and craftspeople selling a variety of paintings, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, and more, all priced at $250 or less! This free, family-friendly arts festival is a treasured annual event, and we can’t wait ‘til June 8! All proceeds from art sales go directly to the artists. Learn more and RSVP at inliquid.org/aftcp

Free

Green Burial: Sustainability After Life

Laurel Hill West, Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, USA 225 Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, United States

Have you considered sustainability after life? Join us to explore an eco-friendly alternative to traditional burial. Hear from Emily Maroni, the Friends of Green Burial PA; Laurel Hill's senior horticulturist, Gregg Tepper; and Tom Cavanaugh, Laurel Hill; to learn about sustainable burial practices and how the green burial areas are nurtured as local habitats, benefiting ecosystems and the community. Tour Bala Green's native plants and take home one for your own garden! for an enlightening panel discussion and guided tour, where experts will discuss sustainable burial practices and how these sites can benefit local ecosystems and the community. Schedule of

$10 – $15
Event Series Twilight on the Terrace

Twilight on the Terrace

Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music on the terrace and evening access to the gardens. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. Lineup, details, and more at mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Included with garden admission and free for members. Advanced registration is not required. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, May 17, 2024 (Rain Date: Following Friday). Music by Jason Ager & the Golden Eagles

INCLUDED WITH GARDEN ADMISSION

Saturday Free Boating

Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. The program may be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions.

Free

Midsommarfest

American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

Join us on June 22nd for ASHM’s Midsommarfest! Midsommar is one of Sweden’s most important holidays and a day to rejoice in the coming of summer at a time when daylight is at its longest. Following tradition, Swedes decorate with greenery and flowers as they sing songs and dance around the maypole, celebrating the start of the summer with family and friends. Hoist the maypole at ASHM’s Midsommarfest this year! The event is fun for the entire family with traditional Swedish food, live music provided by the Last Chance duo, and games and activities. Flower crowns and refreshments will be

$10

Movie Night: The Wiz

Gingko Lawn

Join us for the first Movie Night of the summer! Bring your picnic blankets, bug spray, and snacks, and enjoy a free, family-friendly movie under the evening sky on the Gingko Lawn. No registration is necessary. We’ll be watching the classic The Wiz (1978), starting at 8:30pm. Come early at 7pm for nature-based pre-movie activities with The Pennsylvania Game Commission and info table with the West Philadelphia YMCA.

Saturday Free Boating

Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. The program may be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions.

Free

Land Based Jawns Block Party

Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

Come through the Land-Based Jawns Block Party!  Bring ya fam, bring ya kids, bring ya neighbors – this event is free and open to everyone. LBJ will host mini versions of our skillshare workshops including what’s in your go/grow bag, DIY bug spray, how to pitch a tent, edible wild plants, carpentry, meditation, and a self-defense Q&A. The way we heal, get free, and stay safe is together so come through to skill build with us. It’s still “stay ready so you ain’t gotta get ready” but with love and good vibes. Message from the organizers: The block party where

Summer Nature Science Pop Up: Make a Take Home Terrarium

Gingko Lawn

Stop by for an interactive, nature science-based lesson and craft! This week we’ll make our own terrariums! While supplies last. All ages are welcome, no registration is required. Pop-Ups are outdoors and may be canceled in the case of inclement weather.

Summer Nature Science Pop Up: Solar Prints

Gingko Lawn

Stop by for an interactive, nature science-based lesson and craft! We’ll use the power of the sun to make solar prints. While supplies last. All ages are welcome, no registration is required. Pop-Ups are outdoors and may be canceled in the case of inclement weather.

Saturday Free Boating

Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. The program may be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions.

Free

Free Bike Rentals at Bartram’s Garden Bike Hub

Bike Container

Come by for free walk-up bike rentals; as well as simple repairs (flats, chains, brake adjustments),  diagnostics, and bike safety brochures! Please register in advance. The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is hosting FREE biking days at Bartram’s Garden through the end of October. Come ride the Bartram Mile trail!

Free Craft Fair and Textile Family Day

American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

Join us for a free Craft Fair and Family Day at the American Swedish Historical Museum! Inspired by the textiles of the Swedish Folk Weavings exhibition, vendors will demonstrate and sell their handcrafts of all kinds in our craft fair held in our outdoor tent. Light lunch fare, snacks, and baked goods will also be available for purchase. Bring your family and try out different textile crafts like stitching and weaving through fun activities in our galleries and check out brand new craft kits available in the Museum Shop! If your family has never visited the American Swedish Historical Museum

Free
Event Series Twilight on the Terrace

Twilight on the Terrace

Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music on the terrace and evening access to the gardens. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. Lineup, details, and more at mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Included with garden admission and free for members. Advanced registration is not required. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, May 17, 2024 (Rain Date: Following Friday). Music by Jason Ager & the Golden Eagles

INCLUDED WITH GARDEN ADMISSION

Summer Nature Science Pop Up: Make a Take Home Terrarium

Gingko Lawn

Stop by for an interactive, nature science-based lesson and craft! This week we’ll make our own terrariums! While supplies last. All ages are welcome, no registration is required. Pop-Ups are outdoors and may be canceled in the case of inclement weather.

Movie Night: Migration

Gingko Lawn

Join us for a summertime Movie Night! Bring your picnic blankets, bug spray, and snacks, and enjoy a free, family-friendly movie under the evening sky on the Gingko Lawn. No registration is necessary. We’ll watch the animated film Migration (2023), starting at 8:30pm. Come early at 7pm for nature-based pre-movie activities with The Pennsylvania Game Commission.

Summer Nature Science Pop Up: Kitemaking

Gingko Lawn

Stop by for an interactive, nature science-based lesson and craft! Make an artful kite to ride the wind. While supplies last. All ages are welcome, no registration is required. Pop-Ups are outdoors and may be canceled in the case of inclement weather.

Free Bike Rentals at Bartram’s Garden Bike Hub

Bike Container

Come by for free walk-up bike rentals; as well as simple repairs (flats, chains, brake adjustments),  diagnostics, and bike safety brochures! Please register in advance. The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is hosting FREE biking days at Bartram’s Garden through the end of October. Come ride the Bartram Mile trail!

Saturday Free Boating

Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. The program may be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions.

Free

Little Explorers: Water!

Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

Cool down in the August heat with cool outdoor water games and crafts!   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

Summer Nature Science Pop Up: Leaf Art

Gingko Lawn

Stop by for an interactive, nature science-based lesson and craft! Use leaves from around the Garden to make your own unique art. While supplies last. All ages are welcome, no registration is required. Pop-Ups are outdoors and may be canceled in the case of inclement weather.

Free Bike Rentals at Bartram’s Garden Bike Hub

Bike Container

Come by for free walk-up bike rentals; as well as simple repairs (flats, chains, brake adjustments),  diagnostics, and bike safety brochures! Please register in advance. The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is hosting FREE biking days at Bartram’s Garden through the end of October. Come ride the Bartram Mile trail!

Event Series Twilight on the Terrace

Twilight on the Terrace

Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music on the terrace and evening access to the gardens. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. Lineup, details, and more at mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Included with garden admission and free for members. Advanced registration is not required. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, May 17, 2024 (Rain Date: Following Friday). Music by Jason Ager & the Golden Eagles

INCLUDED WITH GARDEN ADMISSION

Free Bike Rentals at Bartram’s Garden Bike Hub

Bike Container

Come by for free walk-up bike rentals; as well as simple repairs (flats, chains, brake adjustments),  diagnostics, and bike safety brochures! Please register in advance. The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is hosting FREE biking days at Bartram’s Garden through the end of October. Come ride the Bartram Mile trail!

Summer Nature Science Pop Up: Solar Prints

Gingko Lawn

Stop by for an interactive, nature science-based lesson and craft! We’ll use the power of the sun to make solar prints. While supplies last. All ages are welcome, no registration is required. Pop-Ups are outdoors and may be canceled in the case of inclement weather.

SWWAG Workshop: Infusions From The Garden

Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

We will learn how to infuse herbs from the garden to create a more expansive selection of products to cook with! Simple syrups, infused oils, honey, brines, and broths. Come learn new ways to enjoy and preserve your herbs! This workshop will be hosted behind the education center at Sankofa Community Farm and facilitated by Tisha Golafaie.  

Summer Nature Science Pop Up: Learn about PA Mammals

Gingko Lawn

Stop by for an interactive, nature science-based lesson and craft, featuring special guest Haley from the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Learn about some of the animals that inhabit PA while exploring mammal furs and skulls. Get a close-up look at what these mammals look and feel like, while also determining their niche just based off of their skulls. While supplies last. All ages are welcome, no registration is required. Pop-Ups are outdoors and may be canceled in the case of inclement weather.

Movie Night: Encanto

Gingko Lawn

Join us for the last Movie Night of the summer, in partnership with KenCrest and Envision New Possibilities,! Bring your picnic blankets, bug spray, and snacks, and enjoy a free, family-friendly movie under the evening sky on the Gingko Lawn. No registration is necessary. We’ll watch Encanto (2021), starting at 7:30pm. Come early for “Intro to Birding” with  The Pennsylvania Game Commission  from 6-7pm

Event Series Enhancing Life in the Soils: Section A

Enhancing Life in the Soils: Section B

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Native plant communities are supported by healthy, balanced soils that contain a vast array of living organisms including microbes, insects, and other fauna. Learn the basics of soil science, the value of organic matter and its role in soil structure and nutrition, and the importance of soil organisms. Learn how to make and use compost and compost tea, and how sustainable gardening practices contribute to creating high quality garden soil. Go home with a greater understanding of the life in your soil and knowing why you won’t need to buy fertilizer ever again. Dress for the weather. This program takes

$299

Little Explorers: Bees!

Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

Learn about our bee friends who make honey and pollinate flowers so we can eat fruits and vegetables!   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

Afrobeats Dance Class with AFRVBZ

Upper Meadow

Join us in the Upper Meadow for a fun Afro dancing class led by Rasaq Lawl of AfrVbz. Herbal tea refreshments from Ella’s Herbal Teas and hands-on craft activities will be available as well, so bring the whole family to enjoy some vibrant movement and joy!

Event Series Enhancing Life in the Soils: Section A

Enhancing Life in the Soils: Section B

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Native plant communities are supported by healthy, balanced soils that contain a vast array of living organisms including microbes, insects, and other fauna. Learn the basics of soil science, the value of organic matter and its role in soil structure and nutrition, and the importance of soil organisms. Learn how to make and use compost and compost tea, and how sustainable gardening practices contribute to creating high quality garden soil. Go home with a greater understanding of the life in your soil and knowing why you won’t need to buy fertilizer ever again. Dress for the weather. This program takes

$299

Saturday Free Boating

Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. The program may be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions.

Free

Craft a Fairy House: Section B

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Children—and those young at heart—love to play in the woods, so building a fairy house is a fantastic way to nurture an appreciation of the natural world and exercise imagination. Work with foraged twigs, bark, leaves, cones, and other botanicals to construct an enchanting garden home for fairies, elves, and trolls. Please meet at the Ticketing Terrace and turn a walk in the woods into magical memories for you and your favorite youngster. $8 for adults, $15 for kids (max 3 kids/adult). This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday, September 14, 2024. About the Instructor: Nancy Bell

$3 – $15
Event Series Enhancing Life in the Soils: Section A

Enhancing Life in the Soils: Section B

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Native plant communities are supported by healthy, balanced soils that contain a vast array of living organisms including microbes, insects, and other fauna. Learn the basics of soil science, the value of organic matter and its role in soil structure and nutrition, and the importance of soil organisms. Learn how to make and use compost and compost tea, and how sustainable gardening practices contribute to creating high quality garden soil. Go home with a greater understanding of the life in your soil and knowing why you won’t need to buy fertilizer ever again. Dress for the weather. This program takes

$299

SWWAG Workshop: Outdoor Youth Education

CHOP Karabots 4865 Market St., Philadelphia, PA

Join us to learn how to work with youth groups outdoors in an engaging and empowering way. Learn how to manage time, create lesson connections, and optimize the effects of experiential learning. Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!

Designing with Native Grasses

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Beautiful, versatile, and important for wildlife, native grasses are pillars of the naturalistic garden. Gain confidence designing with grasses as you learn about species with the most value and utility, how to integrate them into large and small plantings, and key design considerations to increase their impact in the landscape. This class includes a walk through the gardens highlighting native grasses. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday, September 28, 2024. About the Instructor: Leah Blanton is a planting designer and horticulturist, using her artistic eye and plant knowledge to create functional urban landscapes for the Pennsylvania

$29

Little Explorers: The Color of Leaves!

Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

Let’s learn how the trees change color and make a tree book of our own!   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

SWWAG Workshop: Natural Pest Management

CHOP Karabots 4865 Market St., Philadelphia, PA

Come learn about different natural pest management methods for your garden! This workshop will be held at the CHOP Karabots Farm on 4865 Market St. Led by Carly Freedman (INTERMEDIATE). Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!

Philadelphia Birding Weekend

On the weekend of October 12 and 13th, Audubon will host its third annual Philadelphia Birding Weekend. Over two days, Audubon staff and volunteer guides will lead bird tours in some of the Philadelphia's iconic green spaces. Planned excursions include touring local watersheds and parks, bird monitoring in Center City, learning about the Strawberry Mansion neighborhood's importance within the city, and so much more! Every tour is free and family friendly! For more information on Philly Birding Weekend, please visit our website.

Indigenous People’s Day Celebration

Come out for dance performances, live music and lectures, vendors, family activities, and more! In partnership with Ollin Yolitzli Calmecac.  

SWWAG Workshop: Fire Cider

Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

Make and take fire cider to help boost the body’s ability to fight common viruses such as the cold and flu. Led by Mercelyne Latortue. Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!

Event Series 27th Annual FirstGlance Film Festival

AIDS Walk Philly

Eakins Oval 2541 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, United States

Now in its 38th year, AIDS Walk Philly is the region’s largest annual HIV/AIDS public awareness and fundraising event. The 5k walk starts in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art and winds through scenic Kelly Drive. As a walker, virtual walker, or supporter of AIDS Walk Philly, you will be a lifeline for the most vulnerable people living with HIV. Your support helps AIDS Fund make small grants (averaging just $440) for the most vulnerable of those living with HIV: those who find their health threatened because of impending evictions or the loss of health insurance or utilities. Donate

Free

Fall Bird Walk

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to our Fall Bird Walk. New for the Fall of 2024: We are offering separate start times for adults and families. Adult Bird Walk (12 and up) : 9:00am - 10:30am Family Bird Walk Led by Suzanne Safran: 10:30am - 11:30am Walk with birder and conservationist Phil Witmer or Riverbend Education Manager Suzanne Safran as they lead families on a leisurely walk around the preserve at Riverbend. Check out the many species of birds that call Riverbend their home! Phil Witmer is an avid birder and conservationist with over 30 years

Free

SWWAG Workshop: Seedkeeping

Sankofa Community Farm

Learn the difference between seed saving and seed keeping. The story is in the seed. Led by Chris Bolden-Newsome and Owen Taylor from Truelove Seeds (beginner). Please be aware that this workshop will be filmed. Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!

Boo Bash

Join us for a spooktacular (and family-friendly!) celebration. We’ll have a creepy dance party with DJ AfrVbz, crafts, goodie bags, snacks, and a few other spooky surprises. Free, no registration needed!

Adopt-a-Tree Tree Planting Event

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join us with your family to adopt and plant trees at Riverbend. Fall is a wonderful time to plant trees just before it turns colder in the winter months. Planting trees at the preserve helps to provide habitat to local wildlife, combat climate change and helps to maintain our local water supply as the trees we plant keep runoff from heading to the Schuylkill River watershed. Registration is required as spaces are limited. This event is open to all ages. Please bring your own water and work gloves to the event. This is a Riverbend PAY WHAT YOU WISH Event:

Pay What You Wish

SWWAG Workshop: Soil with Supreme Compost

Coach House 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

A six-step process that demonstrates the beginning stages of how to make compost, revealing the condition of the city’s depleted soil, and turn recycled food waste into a dark, rich soil that will grow nutritious fruits and vegetables. Located in the Bartram’s Garden Coach House. Led by Nefertari Muhammad(BEGINNER). Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!

Fall Festival

Rose Tree Park 1671, N Providence Road, P, United States

Adoptions From The Heart (AFTH), will host its first annual Fall Festival on November 3, 2024, from 11:00 am-4:00 pm, at Rose Tree Park in Media, Pennsylvania. This event will celebrate National Adoption Month and support families who are experiencing the process of adoption. This event is open to all, offering a variety of vendors, delicious food, exciting family-friendly activities and games, a photo booth, and so much more! Proceeds from the event will provide crucial resources for families going through the adoption process while directly supporting AFTH’s programming, which includes counseling, support groups, and family resources. EVENT DETAILS: This

Free

Little Explorers: Seed Collectors

Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

How do seeds travel? Collect seeds from all over the garden and make a mosaic.   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

Owl Howl

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Many people have heard an owl, but few have ever seen one. Mt. Cuba’s varied landscapes and topography provide the ideal habitats for three of Delaware’s native owl species – the barred, great horned, and Eastern screech – and winter is the best time to spot them roosting in our trees. Owls are nocturnal so join us as we search for them just after dusk. Following a brief introductory lecture, we’ll head into the garden and listen for their unique calls. Dress for the weather. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Wednesday, November 6, 2024

$29

Discover High School at Kimberton Waldorf School

Kimberton Waldorf School 410 West Seven Stars Road, Phoenixville, PA, United States

Discover High School at Kimberton Waldorf School: Thursday November 7th! Join us for a glimpse at how we provide a rich, rigorous, and immersive academic experience for students in grades nine through twelve. Register on our website and contact us with any questions! See you soon. Our beloved High School Faculty crafts experiences which sharpen students’ growing intellectual capacities and strengthens their powers of judgment and creative thinking. Learning is not limited to the classroom, but engages the student with the world through rich and meaningful experiences. From Hermit Island in Maine to canoeing down the Delaware Water Gap to

Free

SWWAG Workshop: Putting the Farm to Bed

Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

Come learn how to close out the farming season and properly put your farm or garden to rest for the winter. Led by Ty Holmberg (BEGINNER). Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!

Stories and Crafts Free Family Day!

American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

Join the American Swedish Historical Museum in FDR Park for a Free Family Day! Try out kids crafts and activities all about Swedish and Scandinavian books and stories! Play with Pippi Longstocking, explore with the Moomins, or get ready for winter with the Tomten. Create your own tomte and other Swedish characters to take home! Share a new culture with your family while encouraging literacy skills for kids of all ages. If your family has never visited the American Swedish Historical Museum before, this is the perfect opportunity!

Free

Made at Bok Market

BOK Building - West Gym 821 Dudley St, Philadelphia, United States +1 more

Made@Bok hosts Markets in the Bok Building in South Philly featuring dozens of artists that have made Bok home for their creative careers. The Markets will have food trucks outside, Bok Bar on the stunning auditorium stage and a Gymnasium filled with fine arts and people to connect and shop directly with the artists. Come sip, shop and get into that Holiday cheer with finding the perfect gift for your loved one- or you! Free and open to the public! PAYG

Free

Riverbend Barn Dance

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Grab your partner and head over to Riverbend’s first-ever BARN DANCE! Lively musicians and a caller will be on hand to provide lively music and dancing instructions. Grab your cowboy boots and get ready to do-si-do the night away. Don’t miss an unforgettable night of fun at Riverbend. All ages and experience levels are welcome! Refreshments including light snacks, beer, and soft drinks will be served. Cost: $25 per person

$25

Discover Early Childhood at Kimberton Waldorf School

Kimberton Waldorf School 410 West Seven Stars Road, Phoenixville, PA, United States

Discover Early Childhood at Kimberton Waldorf School: Saturday November 16! Our early childhood program preserves the important elements of childhood while meeting children’s physical, social, and emotional needs. Join us to learn how we utilize our surrounding natural resources, including a forest classroom and garden. Our curriculum lays the foundations for inquiry, literacy, critical thinking, and traditional academics in the elementary grades. We offer a Parent-Child Class for children up to 3 years old, our Rosebud Garden Preschool for children ages 2-4, and our Kindergarten program for children ages 4-6. Register for our Open House on November 16th at the

Free

WILD FOOD FORAGING WALK WITH LADY DANNI

Land Health Native Plant Nursery

Learn how to gather free medicine and food from many of Philly's wild plants with the wise and wonderful Lady Danni. Lady Danni (she/her/crone) calls herself a good lady forager. She is a crafter of herbals helping people reconnect with the healing power of nature and explores the edible and medicinal qualities of the "plants formerly known as weeds." She hosts urban foraging tours in Philadelphia, often as part of Wild Foodies of Philly, and she is an advocate for urban green spaces, community gardens and land sovereignty. She, along with seven other farmers and urban gardeners comprise the Painted

Free Bike Rentals at Bartram’s Garden Bike Hub

Bike Container

Come by for free walk-up bike rentals; simple repairs (flats, chains, brake adjustments),  diagnostics, and bike safety brochures! Register in advance to receive email updates in case of cancellations. Bikes are available on a first come first serve basis. Registration for free bike rentals does not guarantee availability. The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is hosting FREE biking days at Bartram’s Garden through the end of November. Come ride the Bartram Mile trail!

Hand Turkey Plush Workshop!

915 Spring Garden St 915 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Craft a Classic with a Cozy Twist! 🧡🖐️🦃🤎 Celebrate the season with THECOLORG's Hand Turkey Plush Workshop, where creativity meets nostalgia! Inspired by the classic hand-traced turkey, this workshop lets you design your own fabric and sew your very own plush turkey friend, perfect for Thanksgiving decor or as a fun seasonal gift. Open to all skill levels and ages, this hands-on session is a cozy way to kick off the holiday spirit with family and friends. 🏡💟 🧵What’s Included: -All materials provided: fabric, materials for designing & decorating, stuffing, and more -Guidance from an experienced artist -Mix of hand

$15

Small Business Saturday Market at Bok

BOK Building - West Gym 821 Dudley St, Philadelphia, United States

Gift locally this holiday season by shopping a selection of products made by artists and designers based here in Bok. Popping up in the West Gym, our Made @ Bok market will be stocked with jewelry, pottery textiles, beauty products, and more!

Free

Julbord Dinner

American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

Start your Christmas celebrations by indulging in a Swedish holiday Smörgåsbord prepared by Jeffrey A. Miller Catering. Join us for a delicious spread of all your favorites including Christmas ham, herrings, meatballs, salads, and bread. A selection of ASHM Christmas Market vendors will be open from 5-7 pm, so you can shop while you enjoy a drink and some hors d’oeuvres before dinner. Book a table and invite family and friends to join you! Doors open at 5 pm for shopping. Dinner will be served at 7 pm. $90 members, $100 non-members, $45 children ages 4-12, or book a table

$45 – $700

Crazy Aaron’s Custom Slime Experience

Crazy Aaron's Flagship Store 700 East Main Street, Norristown, P, United States

Celebrate National Slime Day with Crazy Aaron’s Custom Slime Experience! Join us at The Shop @ Crazy Aaron’s for a custom slime experience on National Slime Day, Saturday, December 7th . Create your own custom slime with the help of our experts. You can choose colors, scents, charms, and mix-ins. You will be the designer in making your own slime as you hand-mix the components to form your own unique creation. Each experience is $20 and suitable for ages 3 and up. Shop hours are 10am-4pm.

$20
Event Series Lucia & Christmas Market

Lucia Christmas Market

American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

Don’t miss this unique magical holiday experience! The outdoor Christmas Market includes your favorite holiday deli items, Christmas decorations and gifts, and SWEA bakery treats. The Swedish Christmas Café will sell holiday foods and sweets for refreshment. Enjoy live music holiday music by the Last Chance duo throughout the day. During the market, shoppers can experience the Lucia children’s program twice daily. The Market will take place in our heated tent outside, and Lucia performances will be in the Grand Hall. Shoppers can enjoy the day, rain or shine! Tickets are available at the gate or pre-purchase online. Saturday: $10

$5 – $10

Handmade Holidays

Join us in the Garden for our annual celebration of winter, local artists and makers, and community! This free public event is  for the whole family, rain or shine, and will feature Cross a few items off your holiday shopping list at our marketplace, all while supporting local artists and makers! Warm up around the campfire with free snacks and a warm seasonal drink. Stroll through the Garden on a winter tour. We’re excited to have Gather ’round the Bookmobile for storytime and free books. Get a portrait taken of you and your loved ones by a professional photographer. Perfect for

Event Series Lucia & Christmas Market

Lucia Christmas Market

American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

Don’t miss this unique magical holiday experience! The outdoor Christmas Market includes your favorite holiday deli items, Christmas decorations and gifts, and SWEA bakery treats. The Swedish Christmas Café will sell holiday foods and sweets for refreshment. Enjoy live music holiday music by the Last Chance duo throughout the day. During the market, shoppers can experience the Lucia children’s program twice daily. The Market will take place in our heated tent outside, and Lucia performances will be in the Grand Hall. Shoppers can enjoy the day, rain or shine! Tickets are available at the gate or pre-purchase online. Saturday: $10

$5 – $10

Made at Bok Winter Market

BOK Building - West Gym 821 Dudley St, Philadelphia, United States

Gift locally this holiday season by shopping a selection of products made by artists and designers based here in Bok.

Free

Philadelphia Christmas Eve Brunch Cruise

City Cruises Philadelphia 401 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, United States

Celebrate Christmas Eve in style with City Cruises Philadelphia aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia! Enjoy a festive brunch cruise featuring chef-prepared buffets, seasonal cocktails, a live DJ, fun games, and breathtaking views of the city skyline. Step into a magical Winter Wonderland with a beautifully decorated yacht that captures the holiday spirit. And the ultimate highlight? A special visit from Santa himself, making this a truly memorable holiday experience!

$56 – $88

MLK Day of Service

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join us with your family at Riverbend as a Martin Luther King Day of Service! Riverbend is hosting a Day of Service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King and improve their communities. This event is open to ALL ages! Please bring your own water and work gloves to the event. Volunteers will be working outdoors helping our Habitat Manager with invasive plant removal. This is a Riverbend PAY WHAT YOU WISH Event: The true cost to Riverbend to offer this educational event to the public is $35 per family. We recognize

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Weathering the Winter

Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

Saturday, February 1 from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Weathering the Winter Winters were harsh in the 18th century, but even in cold and snowy weather there was still plenty of work to do around the farm. Fires had to be built, food preserved and cooked, and animals needed tending. Visit the Farmstead on February 1st to watch our living historians demonstrate the types of farm chores a family like the Wentzes would have had to do this time of year. Watch as meat and other provisions are cured and preserved in the Smokehouse, check out a cooking demonstration in

The Secret Math of Trees

South Philly Meadows, FDR Park FDR Park, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Have you ever looked up at a tree and wondered how tall it was, how old it was, or how much carbon it had sucked out of the atmosphere? Join LandHealth educator Anisa George and Emily Bell, graduate of the iTree Academy, to learn some old school and new school ways of calculating the hidden value of a tree. We'll be heading to the west side of FDR, where some very impressive trees are threatened by the city's plan for the park. Together we'll do some citizen science and try to elaborate on the value of some of the most

$5

SOLD OUT Community Quilting in Partnership with Tiny Farm Wagon and The Museum of Black Joy

Bartram’s Garden Barn

Join us for a fun and creative afternoon of community quilting as a part of the Mother Tongue series, which celebrates healing and liberation through Black art. Bring your own fabric scraps or use some of ours to create a unique quilt square that can be the start of something beautiful or a stand-alone piece for your lap or table. No quilting experience necessary and all skill levels are welcomed! This event is free and a great opportunity to meet new people, share stories, and celebrate the healing power of Black culture. Don’t miss out on this chance to connect

Presidents’ Day Family Day and JDAIM Celebration

Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History 101 South Independence Ml East, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Schools are closed, but the museum is open! Join us at the Weitzman for a FREE Family Day jam-packed with fun activities for all ages. This year, we’re spotlighting Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM) alongside exciting programs, workshops, crafts, a resource fair, scavenger hunts, and more. Highlights include: Mr. John’s Music class with Miss Cat, Face Painting with BonBon Parties, Khalil Munir’s show The Crown's Corner, Adoughma sensory-friendly play dough fun, Open Gym with We Rock the Spectrum, and a Cartoon-Making Workshop.

Free

Brazilian Adventure at Welsh Road Library

Welsh Road Library 9233 Roosevelt Boulevard, Philadelphia, United States

Welsh Road Library will host Minas for a small music program. Minas introduces students to the country of Brazil through its music, Samba and Bossa Nova. After performing examples of Brazilian music and presenting historic, geographical and educational references, they introduce Brazil’s famous festival Carnaval, demonstrating authentic Brazilian percussion instruments - surdo, tamborim, repinique, agogô, reco-reco, ganzá, pandeiro, and cuíca. Participation is enhanced by engaging students to sing in Portuguese (the language of Brazil), scat, and play Brazilian samba percussion (instruments supplied). Students learn while being engaged and having fun.

Free

Little Explorers: Mud Month!

Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

Wiggling worms and mud puddles make for fun art and science explorations!   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every second Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

Event Series Open Gym Hours

School Age Studio: Trees, Buildings + Bodies

Design Gym 179 W Berks Street, Philadelphia, P, United States

Available on select School District of Philadelphia (SDP) half-days, we offer a hands-on, project-based design workshop that allows students to be designers in a studio. Students will learn the design process through activities and exercises to design and build a project individually and/or as a team. Each studio introduces how we see design everywhere and projects based on one or more design disciplines. + $45 Half-Day 12:30-3:30pm (includes a snack) + $20 Extended Care 3:30-5:30pm (brings a snack) + Maximum studio size of 10 students + Instructors are design professionals of varied disciplines + All materials included + Pick-up option

$45 – $65

Little Explorers: Grow It!

Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

Learn about the baby plant inside every seed and plant one of your own.   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Opening Weekends

Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, P, United States

Hellerick’s Adventure Farm is open for the 2025 season on Saturday, April 5-Sunday, April 6 from 10am-6pm. For its second weekend of the season, the 30-acre Family Farm will offer its six signature attractions – barnyard mini-golf, the aerial adventure, silo climbing wall, goat yoga the goat experience and tractor rides. They will also be accepting reservations for birthday parties and field trips. Admission is $14.99, while children under 34 inches tall are always free! Parking is also free. Visitors can BYO their own food. Reservations are strongly recommended for signature activities.

$14.99

A Jazzy Affair in the Key of E: Celebrating the Equinox, Earth Day and Excellence

This event is rain or shine. Save the date! This free event celebrates the spring, equinox, and Jazz and Poetry Appreciation Month. Attendees will have the chance to experience live music, poetry, storytelling, songs, and drumming circles.  There will be an opportunity for anyone feeling inspired to share during the open mic session as well.  The day also offers a wellness component which will feature chair massage, yoga & meditation, learning to create an altar setting for your home, film screening, and information on mental health services. It gives the community a chance to experience the many activities that are

Easter Family Day

American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

Celebrate Easter like a Swede at the American Swedish Historical Museum’s Easter Family Day! Join us on Sunday, April 6th, from 2-4 pm to experience Swedish Easter traditions. In Sweden, Easter kicks off with a trick-or-treat-like candy hunt on Maundy Thursday. Children dress up as Easter witches with long skirts, headscarves, painted red cheeks, and freckles and go from house to house, wishing people Happy Easter. At our celebration, children can make Swedish Easter crafts, dress up as Easter witches, enjoy face-painting, and take part in a traditional egg hunt. We will have two egg hunts, one for kids ages

$15 – $35

Spirit of Spring Fireside

Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Food Trucks • Beer • Wine & Spirits • Garden Tours • Storytime & Kids Crafts • and more! Shake off the winter chill and welcome the beauty of spring at Tyler Arboretum! Gather with family and friends for an evening of seasonal fun, featuring crackling firepits, toasted marshmallows, and the fresh sights and scents of spring starting to bloom. Enjoy delicious food from local food trucks, simple outdoor games and activities, guided walks through gardens and budding woodlands, and a spring evening outdoors—plus refreshing beverages to sip as you soak in the season. It’s the perfect way to embrace

Free for Members | Non-members Pay General Admission

Spring Fest

Join us in the Garden for our free annual celebration of spring! Spring Fest this year will focus on the many stories held in and sustained by our connection to the land. Highlights of the day will include: A presentation by Dr. William Woys Weaver about his new translation of Christopher Sauer’s Herbal Cures, which was written in Philadelphia circa 1762-1778. Dr. Weaver is an internationally known food ethnographer, author, and the Director and founder of Roughwood Seeds. Youth-led block printing activity by Ginger Arts Center from Philadelphia’s Chinatown Hands-on natural dye activity from Ampersand Textiles The launch of new

Sheep Shearing Day

Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

Saturday, April 26 from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Sheep Shearing Day Experience springtime on a colonial farm! Watch our farmers shear our sheep to get them ready for the warm weather. Then, follow the “wool to wardrobe” process as our living historians demonstrate spinning, weaving, and other textile crafts. Hear about all the various activities that went into running an 18th century farm as you tour the historic house. Check out the sights and smells of an open-hearth cooking demonstration in the Summer Kitchen. Stop by our demonstrators’ stalls to learn about important crafts like woodworking, sewing, candle-dipping, and

Free

Spring Family Fest

The Navy Yard - Central Green Rouse Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Navy Yard is gearing up to host its highly anticipated Spring Family Fest: Happy Birthday to Us! on April 26th from 12-5p.m. at Central Green. This exciting event promises to be an unforgettable day of activities and entertainment for all ages. The Spring Family Fest: Happy Birthday to Us! is a free event and open to the public, making it accessible to all members of the community. It is set to immerse attendees in the rhythm of live music, provide a world of fun-filled activities for children, tantalize their tastebuds with delicious offerings from pay-as-you-go food trucks, and support

Free

2025 Temple University Bike Tour

Temple University

2025 Temple University Bike Tour Sunday, April 27, 9 a.m. To 1 p.m. Register now at https://ambler.temple.edu/biketour. Early Bird Fee: $30 (Ends March 24) General Fee: $35 (Ends April 21) Student Fee: $15 (Ends April 21) Start: Temple University Main Campus (Diamond Lot), 1801 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19122 End: Temple University Ambler (Ambler Arboretum of Temple University), 580 Meetinghouse Road, Ambler PA 19002 It’s time to fly with the Owls! Join us for the 2025 Temple University Bike Tour on Sunday, April 27. Register now and learn more at https://ambler.temple.edu/biketour! Registration for the Temple University Bike Tour will

$15 – $35

Tadpole Transformations

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

It’s that exciting time of the year again when our ponds fill to the brim with squirming tadpoles! Join Riverbend's Educators for this fascinating annual rite of spring that happens right here at Riverbend. Learn about the lifecycle of the amphibians that live at the Preserve and see the tadpoles in action. This fun event is open to individuals and to families with children of all ages. Guests will explore the preserve and visit activity stations to learn all about frogs. Depending on the weather and other natural factors, we may see a lot of tadpoles or none at all,

Free

Health & Well-Being Tour: The Benefits of Experiences in Nature

This tour introduces concepts surrounding the value of nature as it relates to health and well-being. Explore the gardens and discuss the evolutionary and environmental phenomena behind concepts like forest bathing, mindfulness, stress recovery, and the biophilia hypothesis. Learn how elements of landscape design shape our emotional and behavioral experiences in nature. One hour, $7 in addition to admission, free for members. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, September 21, 2024.

$749

Little Explorers: Nests & Eggs!

Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

Find out where birds come from and where they live. Build your own nest to take home!   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.